Lexus RC and RC F trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 5, 2026

The Lexus RC coupe was sold for the 2015–2025 model years as the RC 300 (241-hp turbo four RWD or 260-hp V6 AWD), the 311-hp RC 350, and the 472-hp V8 RC F. Lexus discontinued the RC and RC F after 2025, and that year's RC F was sold only as a Final Edition.

Previous RC and RC F trim levels: RC / RC F, final model year (2025)

Lexus announced that the RC and RC F would be discontinued at the end of the 2025 model year, after more than 90,000 combined sales in 62 countries and regions. For 2025 the RC F was sold only as a mono-spec Final Edition with a numbered carbon emblem, an active rear wing and a black and red interior. Lexus published 2025 prices only as an image, so none are listed.[1]

Lexus RC and RC F RC / RC F, final model year (2025) trims in ladder order, engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
RC 300	—	2.0L turbo I4 (241 hp, 258 lb-ft), RWD, 8-speed automatic	Entry RC [1]
RC 300 AWD	—	3.5L V6 (260 hp, 236 lb-ft), AWD, 6-speed automatic	[1]
RC 350 / RC 350 F SPORT	—	3.5L V6 (311 hp, 280 lb-ft), RWD 8-speed or AWD 6-speed	Available Torsen limited-slip differential on RWD F SPORT Optional brake calipers changed from orange to red for 2025 [1]
RC F Final Edition	—	5.0L V8 (472 hp), RWD, 8-speed automatic	Mono-spec final edition built off the prior year's Carbon Package Mark Levinson audio standard; 168-mph top track speed [1]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lexus pricing source.

Previous RC and RC F trim levels: RC / RC F, 2019–2020 update

The RC was updated for 2019 with sharper styling and LS/LC-inspired F SPORT wheels. The RC F was revised for 2020 with 472 hp and a new limited-production Track Edition. Prices below are Lexus's 2019 RC and 2020 RC F starting MSRPs.[2][3][4]

Lexus RC and RC F RC / RC F, 2019–2020 update trims in ladder order with 2019 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2019, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
RC 300	$41,1452019 MY starting MSRP; Lexus's press kit does not say whether destination is included	2.0L turbo I4 (241 hp, 258 lb-ft), RWD	[2]
RC 300 AWD	$43,8352019 MY starting MSRP; destination treatment not stated	3.5L V6 (260 hp, 236 lb-ft), AWD	[2]
RC 350	$44,0752019 MY starting MSRP; destination treatment not stated	3.5L V6 (311 hp), RWD	F SPORT adds an exclusive grille mesh and 19-inch wheels [2]
RC 350 AWD	$46,2402019 MY starting MSRP; destination treatment not stated	3.5L V6 (311 hp), AWD	[2]
RC F	$64,7502020 MY, excl. destination	5.0L V8 (472 hp, 395 lb-ft), RWD, 8-speed automatic	2020 update adds 5 hp and 6 lb-ft 2019 10th Anniversary Edition was $80,810, a $16,160 premium with its required options [3][4]
RC F Track Edition	$96,6502020 MY, excl. destination	5.0L V8 (472 hp, 395 lb-ft), RWD, 8-speed automatic	Limited-production model developed with input from Super GT and IMSA race teams [3]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lexus pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Lexus RC discontinued?

Yes. Lexus said the RC and RC F would be discontinued at the end of the 2025 model year, after more than 90,000 combined units sold in 62 countries and regions.

What were the Lexus RC trim levels?

The RC 300 (241-hp turbo four with RWD, or 260-hp V6 with AWD), the RC 350 (311-hp V6, RWD or AWD, with F SPORT versions) and the RC F performance coupe with a 5.0L V8.

What is the RC F Final Edition?

It was the only RC F offered for 2025: a mono-spec car built off the earlier Carbon Package, with a 472-hp V8, an active rear wing, a numbered carbon Final Edition emblem and a black and red interior.

How much was the RC F Track Edition?

The 2020 RC F Track Edition started at $96,650 excluding destination. The standard 2020 RC F started at $64,750.

What is the difference between the RC 300 and RC 350?

The RC 350 uses a 311-hp 3.5L V6. The RC 300 uses a 241-hp 2.0L turbo four with RWD or a 260-hp V6 with AWD.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Lexus for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

2025 Lexus RC and RC F: A Sonorous Swan Song (Jan 16, 2025) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
2019 Lexus RC Press Kit (Oct 1, 2018) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
The Pinnacle of F: 2020 Lexus RC F and RC F Track Edition (Apr 4, 2019) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
Two Reasons to Celebrate: The 10th Anniversary Editions of the 2019 Lexus GS F and 2019 RC F Have Arrived (Jun 4, 2018) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)

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